The drive from Taylor, MI to Paradise, MI covers 368.4 miles and takes about 6h 34m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, US 23, South Deerfoot Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 187.9 miles on I 75.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $57.60 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
184.2 miles from Taylor, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 17m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 34m. Total distance: 368.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 34m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
This is a 6h 34m highway drive covering 368.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and US 23. The longest continuous stretch is about 187.9 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 187.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 23. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near Ecorse Road.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 368.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (Ecorse Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2 mi into trip|~4m in|Ecorse Road
Turn left onto Ecorse Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
8.1 mi into trip|~11m in
Take the exit toward I 275: Toledo, Flint
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 194A-B
Toward I 275: Toledo, Flint
8
8.4 mi into trip|~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 275 North: Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 194B
Toward I 275 North: Flint
8
44.4 mi into trip|~51m in
Take the exit toward US 23 South, US 23 North: Ann Arbor, Spencer Road, Flint
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 148A; 147; 147B
Toward US 23 South, US 23 North: Ann Arbor, Spe...
8
44.6 mi into trip|~51m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 23 North: Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 148B
Toward US 23 North: Flint
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Taylor, MI and Paradise, MI, road signs point toward Flint and M 123: Newberry.
Flint
44.4 mi in|~51m
M 123: Newberry
312.5 mi in|~5h 29m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
187.9 mi
3h 11m
US 23
79.3 mi
1h 25m
South Deerfoot Road
32.9 mi
38m
I 275
29.2 mi
31m
Tahquamenon Trail
22.4 mi
26m
I 96
6 mi
6m
Detroit Industrial Expressway
5.4 mi
5m
South Beech Daly Road
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 187.9 mi, about 3h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Taylor, MI and Paradise, MI.
1
Start on Wick Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Wick Road
2
Turn right onto South Beech Daly Road
1.0 mi·1 min·South Beech Daly Road
3
Turn left onto Ecorse Road
0.5 mi·49 sec·Ecorse Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
5
Merge onto I 94
5.4 mi·5 min·Detroit Industrial Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 194A-BToward I 275: Toledo, FlintUse the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 194BToward I 275 North: FlintUse the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 275
29 mi·31 min·I 275
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 96
6.0 mi·6 min·I 96
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·11 sec
Exit 148A; 147; 147BToward US 23 South, US 23 North: Ann Arbor, Spencer Road, FlintUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·54 sec
Exit 148BToward US 23 North: FlintUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto US 23
79 mi·1 hr 25 min·US 23
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
63 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 75; US 23
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
125 mi·2 hr 8 min·I 75
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·45 sec
Exit 352Toward M 123: Newberry
16
Turn left onto M 123
22 mi·26 min·Tahquamenon Trail
17
Continue on M 123; H-40
406 ft·8 sec·Front Street
18
Turn right onto M 123
33 mi·38 min·South Deerfoot Road
19
Continue on M 123
78 ft·1 sec·M 123
20
Arrive at destination
M 123
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 184.2 miles from Taylor, MI, or about 3h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 187.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 81 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 184.2 miles or 3h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paradise, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Taylor, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Taylor, MI
This is one driving day of about 368.4 miles and 6h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from Taylor, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 187.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 184.2 mi from Taylor, MI
· 3h 17m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$57.60 one way
$115.19 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg129 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$63.24
$126.47
premium
$4.89
$70.90
$141.79
diesel
$5.61
$81.34
$162.68
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$58
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 128.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
110.5
1
$38.68
$17.68
Efficient EV
92.1
1
$32.24
$14.74
EV Truck/SUV
147.4
1
$51.58
$23.58
Gas CO2
129 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Taylor, MI
Evening
in Taylor on Thursday
Local time
8:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Paradise, MI
Evening
in Paradise on Thursday
Local time
8:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
17 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 34m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Taylor, MI to Paradise, MI covers 368.4 miles and takes about 6h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, US 23, South Deerfoot Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 184.2 miles from Taylor, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $57.60 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 368.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (Ecorse Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Taylor, MI and Paradise, MI, road signs point toward Flint and M 123: Newberry.
